Doctor of Philosophy (Quantitative Marine Science)

Doctorate (PhD)

Key details

Degree Type

Doctorate (PhD)

Course Code

X9K, 111735D

What you will learn

1 Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge of a subject within or across academic disciplines or areas of professional practice.

2 Demonstrate a systemic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex body of knowledge of a subject within or across academic disciplines or areas of professional practice.

3 Demonstrate a detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.

4 Evaluate the appropriateness and usefulness of various perspectives, methods and processes in research projects.

5 Independently and systematically develop, adapt and implement research methodologies to extend and redefine existing knowledge or professional practice.

6 Expert technical and creative skills applicable to the field of work or learning.

7 Critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise new and complex ideas.

8 Work collaboratively in a team, recognising the need for and value of complementary expertise/skill sets, and work productively with other people.

9 Communicate orally and in written form sufficient to publish and present their work, and communicate ideas and conclusions clearly and effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

10 Undertake research with autonomy, authoritative judgement, adaptability and responsibility as an expert and leading practitioner or scholar.

11 Understand and apply the social and ethical implications of research and appropriate professional behaviour consistent with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research and other relevant guidelines.

Course structure

A Doctor of Philosophy is a course of supervised research and professional development conducted over 3-4 years (full-time) or 6-8 years (part-time), culminating in the examination of a thesis or creative equivalent, by at least two external examiners.

PhD Candidature is structured around a series of milestones:

Draft Research Plan
Confirmation of Candidature
Annual Reviews of Progress
Thesis or creative equivalent submission for examination no later than 48 months equivalent full-time enrolment

PhD candidates are provided with a range of training activities and career development opportunities that assist in developing high-level research, communication and management skills. The skills obtained will give you an edge with future employment opportunities. This training is currently delivered via concurrent enrolment in the Graduate Diploma of Quantitative Marine and Antarctic Science.

The University also offers candidates opportunities to engage in research seminars, present at conferences and participate in skill development workshops.
The campus of study will vary depending on the location of the candidate, the supervisor and the research field.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Tasmania.

85.7%

Overall satisfaction

90%

Skill scale

87.1%

Teaching scale

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